The Step by Step series is a collection of exercise books/CDs for Violin based on the Mother-Tongue approach. From the very beginning it will provide a solid foundation in instrumental technique for Suzuki and traditional approaches in private lessons or group settings. The focus is on teaching correct child-appropriate practice habits that range from listening singing and dancing to playing music. The ideas presented including information for parent and practice tips should stimulate daily practice and also make it more effective. Includes new Piano arrangements by David Andruss. This volume is the Complete Version based on Suzuki Violin School Volume 1 and includesthe Violin Exercise Book in English with the CD.

Par DUNCAN CRAIG. 25 blues classics arranged for fiddling solo. Songs are grouped into 12 bar blues, 16 bar blues, early blues songs, minor blues, and more. Designed to acquaint the fiddler with various approaches to the styles in blues fiddling. Stereo recording, with fiddle and guitar, include all twenty five tunes from the book. Each tune is presented with the 'bare bones' melody first, followed by blues solos on the tune. The CD is great for learning blues fiddle styles as well as listening enjoyment. Contains guitar accompaniment/rhythm part. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Blues - Solos / Recueil / Violon

This book explains and shows in detail the various techniques used by fiddle players in creating a traditional style of playing. All the information is presented in the context of the music itself with numerous transcribed and recorded examples. It is aimed not only at the beginner but also the fiddle-player (and indeed violinist) with some knowledge and experience who wishes to learn more. For those unable to read music a chapter on notation is included. Particular emphasis is given to bowing and ornamentation with individual chapters devoted to Jigs Slides Plokas Hornpipes Airs and Reels. The book also attemptes to convey something of the excitement felt inplaying music which has a large degree of improvisation albeit within certain bounds. The demonstration CD which features a large selection of the transcribed tunes and ornaments performed by Cranitch is an invaluable aid to learning as it allows the listener to hear how the music and ornamentation should sound.

Par DUNCAN CRAIG. Beginning with a section of easy arrangements of popular Cajun tunes, this book progresses to more difficult solos based on the playing of various fiddlers including Dewey Balfa, Michael Doucet, Doug Kershaw, and Rufus Thibodeaux. Cajun stylings, rhythms, double stops, slides, turns and trills, bowings, and tunings are discussed throughout the book. Fiddle and guitar are used in demonstrating the tunes in this book. The recorded versions are played at a slower tempo than typical performance speed to allow the listener to pick out details of the Cajun style. Due to the 1 hour capacity of a CD a few of the tunes in the book had to be omitted from the companion recording included in this package (songs are Eunice Two-Step, J'Ai Vu Le Loup, Je Va T'Aimer Quand-Meme, Johnny Peut Pas Danser, Le Vieux Boeuf Et Le Vieux Charriot, Les Veuves De La Coulee, Ninety-Nine Years Waltz, Quo Faire, Vieux Crowley). / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Cajun-Zydeco - Solos / Recueil / Violon

15 morceaux de pop speciallement arrangés pour solo de violon. Le CD audio vous permettra de jouer accompagné. / Violon / Partition Cd

Music of Spain and South America for Violin by Allan Alexander contains 44 pieces which can be played solo or with a chord instrument. This great collection includes music from the Spain and South America. Most of the pieces have been extended with variations which make the tunes a more suitable length for performances and are a lot of fun for the violinist to play. Every tune in the book is included on the digitally mastered CD. Though the tunes are very effective as solo material Allan chose to record them with violinist Elena Rojas. Elena has given a skillful delightful performance of the music and Allan has rendered the chords artfully. The result is a reallylovely CD; listening will be a pleasure. For the player who is new to music of Spain and South America the recording will give insights into the melodies and it will allow the violinist who has no access to a chord instrument to hear and play along with the guitar as the violin part can be turned down by fading one channel. For those who know some of these wonderful tunes it will be a joy to have the music and hear them played by two musicians who obviously love to play this music together. The CD which comes with the book has all 44 of the tunes in the same order in which they appear in the book. The CD will give you insights into the music and it will be enjoyable to listen to on its own merit. For additional information be sure to check out Allan's web site.

An Introduction to Folk Styles Technique and Improvisation-* This in-depth tutor book from renowned fiddle player and teacher Chris Haigh is perfect for classical violinists and fiddle players looking to master the art. * Covering all aspects of folk violin technique from ornamentation to modes and scales and from scordatura to improvisation and composition. * The book is centred around Irish traditional music but also dips into English Scottish Scandinavian East European Klezmer Cajun and American Old-Time traditions. * Accompanied by a CD of all pieces performed by Chris Haigh with a live backing band. Folk fiddle and classical violin are as different as chalk and cheese. At first glance folk might seem so simpleit?s hardly worth bothering with. The tunes are often no more than 32 bars long they stay in first position and they don?t even have a composer. However it?s what?s NOT written on the page that makes folk fiddle so interesting and challenging.This book attempts to explore from general observation down to the finest detail what the fiddler needs to know to bring these tunes alive. We need to understand their history and context their purpose their structure and pulse. And we need to be able to add all the stylistic elements that come not from reading the music but from years of immersion in folk music both listening and playing.Key areas covered include:* Tune types and structures * Ornamentation * Bowing * Modes and scales * Scordatura * Starts endings and links * Variation improvisation and composition Playing tunes in ?sets? * Regional and individual style * Playing in sessions for contests and for dancing

The Baroque Around the World series for flexible ensemble with keyboard can be used in the home in schools and in music centres - ideal for informal music-making as well as student and professional performance.Each publication includes a CD with listening and play-along tracks performed by the outstanding musicians Sharon Lindo (violin) Jennifer Stinton (flute) Nick Stringfellow (cello) and Jeremy Barlow (harpsichord).16 easy to intermediate pieces for violin (flute or oboe) keyboard and optional cello (bassoon). From 18th-century England the collection includes country dances Cheshire rounds hornpipes and pantomime tunes plus examples of the march minuet siciliana gavotte and jig. Featured composers include Arne Earl of Abingdon Hebden Holcombe Linley Roseingrave Stanley Thackray.

20 Progressive Pieces with Piano Accompaniment-Philip Sparke’s Skilful Solos is the second volume of a progressive series of solo books that takes the young string player from beginner to accomplished musician. Following on from the first book in the series Starter Solos this collection generally contains longer pieces suitable for the developing young musician. Specifically tailored for each instrument Skilful Solos introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing points and takes the player into new keys with extended instrumental ranges new notes being introduced in a gradual and logical manner. Skilful Solos comes with a play-along CD. The advantages of playing either with piano or CD accompaniment arethat the beginning player can now experience the important aspects of ensemble playing from their earliest lessons thus developing the essential skills of listening while they play and maintaining strict tempo which is not always achieved when playing alone.

Individual or group learningAll of these pieces for young violinists in their earliest stages of learning can be performed as a solo or in unison with others. Some have an optional 2nd part and may also serve as ensemble material.Mixed ensemble optionWhilst written specifically for the instrument and addressing the challenges beginners would encounter a special section is included of four pieces which are 'key friendly' for beginners on most instruments and are therefore ideal pieces for mixed instrumental groups. These same four pieces appear in books for other instruments in the Debut series.For thePupilInstrumental parts with fun cartoons for inspirationA CD providing stimulating demonstration performances for listening as well as 'minus-one' accompaniments for playing along at homeCartoons can be DOWNLOADED FOR FREE for colouring inFor the TeacherSheet music for selected piano accompaniments can be DOWNLOADED FOR FREE - just follow the web link provided in the pupil's book!If preferred the accompaniments of all of the 12 pieces can be purchased in one printed and bound volume

A practical introduction to styles from England Ireland Scotland and Wales-Traditional Fiddle introduces eight regional Fiddle styles from England Ireland Scotland and Wales with contributions from world-renowned fiddlers Kevin Burke John Dipper Liz Doherty Nancy Kerr Si n Phillips Aidan O'Rourke Jenna Reid and Patsy Reid. This is the perfect introduction to traditional fiddling for intermediate players.Lively and attractive tunes suitable for players of Grades 3-7 standard.A range of tune types including 3/2 hornpipes jigs reels strathspeys and morris dance tunes.General advice on playing traditional fiddle including learning by ear performance practice and muchmore.An overview of each style plus detailed exploration of the first tune in each chapter in the form of a workshop.Practical advice on bowing ornamentation and other key stylistic features.CD with accompanied performances of all of the tunes and demonstrations of selected ornaments and bowing patterns.Companion Website with backing tracks and suggestions for further reading and listening.

Violin Play-Along Volume 26-The Violin Play-Along Series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily. Just follow the music listen to the CD to hear how the violin should sound and then play along using the separate backing tracks. With themelody and lyrics included in the book you may also choose to sing along. Chord symbols are provided should you wish to elaborate on the melody. The audio CD is playable on any CD player. For PC and Mac computer users the CD isenhanced so you can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing pitch! This volume includes 14 selections: Lied (Brahms) ? Air (Finger) ? Frölicher Tanz (Gluck) ? Bourée (Handel) ? DeutscherTanz (Haydn) ? Menuet (Lully) ? Gavotte (Martini) ? Andantino (Mozart) ? Air (Purcell) ? Ecossaise (Schubert) ? March (Schumann) ? Menuet (Telemann) ? J'ai du bon tabac (traditional) ?Waltz (von Weber).